110,000 tonnes of grain already sent under Grain from Ukraine program
As part of the Grain from Ukraine humanitarian initiative, 110,000 tonnes of grain have already been sent.
Economy
President von der Leyen announces Ukraine’s accession to several EU economic programs
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen announced Ukraine's accession to several EU programs and a proposal to extend the suspension of import duties on all Ukrainian exports for another year.
Russia causes $600-750B in damages to Ukraine – PM Shmyhal
The total amount of damage and destruction suffered by Ukraine due to Russia’s military aggression is estimated at $600-750 billion as of the beginning of 2023.
Ukraine signs agreement on participation in EU Single Market Programme
Ukraine has signed an agreement with the European Union on participation in the Single Market Programme.
Ukraine needs to expand electricity imports from EU - PM Shmyhal
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal of Ukraine emphasized the need to discuss with international partners the need to increase electricity imports from EU countries to 2 GW.
Zelensky advocates continued trade liberalization with EU
The practice of liberalizing Ukraine's trade with the European Union has shown its effectiveness and should be continued.
European Commission provides Ukraine with 2,400 additional generators
The European Commission invited Ukraine to the EU Energy Platform and provided 2,400 additional generators.
Shmyhal: One-third of Ukraine's economy is gone
Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal estimates the country's economic downturn at more than 30% for the previous year and expects growth of 0.3% this year.
01 February 2023
Ukraine–Austria memoranda on energy and environmental protection signed
Several memoranda of understanding in the fields of energy and environmental protection were signed in the presence of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and President of the Republic of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen in Kyiv.
Ministry of Finance: Ukraine's need for international financing is $3B per month
Ukraine’s need for international financing in 2023 remains significant and amounts to about $3 billion per month.
Zelensky calls on Austrian businesses to leave Russia and enter Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia and noted that some Austrian businesses continue to work in the Russian Federation.
Ukraine has enough energy resources to complete heating season - Galushchenko
As of February 1, 2023, Ukraine has enough energy resources to complete the current heating season.
Government appoints acting heads of State Customs Service, Food Safety Service
The Cabinet of Ministers appointed Serhiy Zviagintsev as acting head of the State Customs Service, and Olha Shevchenko as acting head of the State Service on Food Safety and Consumer Protection.
SBI issues notice of suspicion to ex-energy minister Nasalyk
Ukraine's State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has issued a notice of suspicion to former Ukrainian Energy and Coal Industry Minister Ihor Nasalyk.
Austria to transfer another EUR 5M to Ukraine Energy Support Fund
Austria will allocate another five million euros to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund to help restore the country's energy infrastructure damaged by Russian drone and missile attacks.
Japan allocates $170M to restore Ukraine's infrastructure
The Government of Japan allocates $170 million for the implementation of emergency recovery projects, including the reconstruction of Ukraine's critical infrastructure.
31 January 2023
U.S. corporation to allocate $250M to support Ukrainian business – PM Shmyhal
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) will allocate $250 million to support Ukrainian small and medium-sized businesses in 2023.
Shmyhal outlines five Ukraine’s reconstruction priorities
Speaking at the Luxembourg-Ukraine Business Forum "Rapid Recovery of Ukraine", Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal outlined five rapid reconstruction priorities.
Despite sanctions, Russia increases microchip imports in 2022 - media
Last year, the Russian Federation significantly increased the import of microchips, exceeding the pre-war level.
Electricity consumption keeps growing in Ukraine due to cold weather
As of 11:00 on January 31, electricity consumption continues to increase due to lower air temperatures, while the power system still experiences a significant deficit in generating capacity.
30 January 2023
Exports of foodstuffs from Odesa ports decreased by third over past week
Exports of foodstuffs from Odesa ports through the "grain corridor" decreased by a third over the past week due to sabotage by the Russian side.
Ukraine invites Kuwait to participate in Grain from Ukraine program
On January 30, 2023, Special Representative of Ukraine for the Middle East and Africa Maksym Subkh in a phone call with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kuwait Mansour Al-Otaibi called on Kuwait to join the Grain from Ukraine program.
Zelensky: It's time to expand ‘grain initiative’ to ports of Mykolaiv region
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed that the Black Sea Grain Initiative be expanded to the ports of Mykolaiv region.
Iran, Russia link banking systems amid Western sanctions
Iran and Russia have connected their interbank communication and transfer systems to boost trade and financial transactions in the wake of Western sanctions imposed against both nations.
EU will consider ways to support Ukraine’s agricultural sector
On January 30, the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Brussels will, among other issues, reaffirm solidarity with Ukraine and consider further ways to support its agricultural sector.
G7, EU ambassadors expect Ukraine to resume e-declaration, anti-corruption program
The ambassadors of the Group of Seven and the European Union expect Ukraine to resume electronic declaration and approve the State Anti-Corruption Program.
29 January 2023
Ukraine proposes creating mechanism for auditing US aid for recovery projects
Ukraine has proposed creating a mechanism for auditing the aid provided by the United States for recovery projects, together with the U.S. Government Accountability Office.
NATO allies should shift to “war economy” - military committee chief
In the wake of Russia’s unprovoked aggression toward Ukraine, NATO member states should move to the “war economy” in peacetime.
Generation deficit in power system remains “significant” amid repair at TPP unit - Ukrenergo
The deficit in the energy system of Ukraine is still significant as one of the power units at an unspecified thermal power plant is currently under repair due to technical reasons.